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StarRidgeAcres
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Anyone ever sent a mare with a foal at side out for breeding? What was the impact to the foal? How did you feel about them being away with likely no access to halter training, being socialized daily, etc?
I sent a wet mare away several years ago without any problems. But it was also my first foal, so I don't know that I knew all the questions to ask or even thought about the impact to the foal before I did it. Fortunately, it turned out fine and the foal got some socialization at the stallion farm and all was well. But I think in most cases, where the farm is large and the mare is just there for breeding (not paying for additional services like training for the foal), I'm thinking the foal will be cared for, but not get the daily loving on like he/she would at home.
Thoughts?
Also, if you are of the mind that you'd never send a wet mare out, please state why. Thanks!!!
There are no wrong opinions...all are welcomed!
I sent a wet mare away several years ago without any problems. But it was also my first foal, so I don't know that I knew all the questions to ask or even thought about the impact to the foal before I did it. Fortunately, it turned out fine and the foal got some socialization at the stallion farm and all was well. But I think in most cases, where the farm is large and the mare is just there for breeding (not paying for additional services like training for the foal), I'm thinking the foal will be cared for, but not get the daily loving on like he/she would at home.
Thoughts?
Also, if you are of the mind that you'd never send a wet mare out, please state why. Thanks!!!
There are no wrong opinions...all are welcomed!